Dan Delaney is a Linux and Windows system administrator, systems architect, database designer, and computer programmer in Louisville, Ky. He's been building and programming computers since 1984, and began administrating Linux systems and developing Web-based database applications in 1996. From 1993 to 2000 Dan taught professional education classes on Photoshop, FreeHand, PageMaker, QuarkXPress, and Web Development for the University of Louisville and IvyTech. From 1996 to 2000 he worked at the University of Louisville as Computer Adminstrator for the Printing & Publications department, and as a Perl programmer in Information Systems. From 2000 to 2014 and 2016 to 2020 he worked as a Senior Software Engineer and System Administrator for Power Creative, one of Louisville's largest ad agencies. From January 2014 through November 2015 he was the IT Infrastructure Manager at The Learning House, a company that helped small colleges put their degree programs online. After going back to Power Creative for five years, he returned to the University of Louisville in 2021 as the Director of IT Infrastructure. He holds an associate's degree in Electronic Technology, a bachelor's degree in Philosophy, and a master's degree in Sociology.
Director of IT Infrastructure, April 2021–present
Manages the university's main data center of on-premises server hardware as well as the university's Azure Cloud services. Directs both a team of system administrators and a team of specialists in directory and messaging systems.
Lead Software Architect, August 2020–December 2020
Writing a custom ERP system to handle orders and international logistics tracking of materials for a startup developing a fully automated cabinet manufacturing process with robotic loading of materials onto CNC machines. Utilizing PostgreSQL on cloud services, a PHP API in cloud containers, and the Sencha Ext.js frontend framework.
Senior Software Engineer / System Administrator, November 2015–July 2020
Upgrades to custom ERP system (see below). Customized fork of ERP system for a new spin-off company. Administration of all Linux servers. Installation, configuration, and administration of Atlassian JIRA, Confluence, and BitBucket (GIT).
IT Infrastructure Manager, January 2014–November 2015
Managed a large team overseeing desktop, server, phone, and network infrastructure for a company of over 300 employees in three locations. Managed budget for all hardware and cloud services. Led transition to Puppetized virtual environments. Led transition of call center trunks from PRI to SIP. Began transition to containerizing applications on cloud services such as AWS and Azure. Built and managed a 3-node MySQL Galera cluster and 6-node Linux cluster running separate installations of Moodle for over 100 colleges. Technologies included: Netgear ProSafe switch stacks; Ubiquiti mesh wi-fi; a 4-node Red Hat Virtualization cluster with a Nexenta NAS; a 2-node VMware ESXi cluster with a Dell Compellent SAN; Interactive Intelligence call center phone system.
Senior System Administrator, August 2006–January 2014
Administration of server infrastructure, including: VMware ESXi, Linux (Ubuntu and CentOS), Windows Server, Active Directory, PostgreSQL, MySQL, MS SQL Server, Apache, Nginx, IIS.
Senior Software Engineer, December 2004–January 2014
Design and programming of web-based database applications, including: a custom ERP system for the company with integration with custom accounting software; an online storefront for a chain of appliance stores in Toronto; a parts catalog and ordering system for Camco (GE in Canada); a corporate branding asset management system; and an interactive advertisement customization system for appliance dealers. (PHP, Java, JavaScript, PostgreSQL, MS SQL Server, Oracle)
Web Developer/Programmer, June 2000–December 2004
Programming of database-driven corporate websites. (PHP, VBScript, Java, JavaScript, MySQL, PostgreSQL, MS SQL Server)
Computer Administrator/Programmer, December 1995–May 2000
Support, maintenance, and purchasing of computer and printing hardware for Printing & Publications department. Operation and maintenance of Linotronic imagesetter. Programming and updating of job tracking and billing database application. Programming data transformation application between PeopleSoft and JetForm for Information Systems department. Training staff on efficient use of publishing software. Organizing and maintaining university website. Providing website support for university departments. Helping faculty and staff with HTML and CGI programs.
UofL Center for Continuing and Professional Education, 1995–2000
Ivy Tech Community College, 1996–1999
Designed and taught day- and week-long, beginner and advanced classes on HTML/CSS, QuarkXPress, FreeHand, Photoshop, PageMaker, and Mac OS.
Louisville, Kentucky, August 1992–present
Building, installing, and administrating Linux and Windows servers. Installing and configuring networks. Backend and frontend programming with PHP, JavaScript, and PostgreSQL. Programming EDI transactions with Lowe’s, Walmart, and Kroger.
Graphic Designer, Computer Administrator, Louisville, Kentucky, January 1991–August 1992
Layout and illustration of computer-imaged slides and camera-ready art for 48-projector corporate presentations. Maintenance of Mac and Windows computers.
Computer Support Specialist, Louisville, Kentucky, January 1990–January 1991
Video editing, page layout and graphic design. Administration of Harris/Lanier server and network. Computer support of DOS/Windows and Mac desktops.
University of Louisville, Kentucky, 2016
University of Louisville, Kentucky, 1998
RETS Electronics Institute, Louisville, Kentucky, 1989
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